Studying in London, THE GREATEST PLACE ON EARTH Past Review
By Jeanette P (Biology, General., SUNY - Binghamton) for
University of Westminster: London - Study Abroad Semester or Year with an Optional Internship
Yes it was. The friends that I made will stay with me forever, and the 3 weeks i spent there was the best in my life. I learned that without jumping into circumstances that are out of your comfort zone, you will definitely have regrets.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Workload was a good amount. Teaching method is mainly just lectures and power points (not really any differences besides the teachers accent). |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
There wasn't much involvment from the host country program administration. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Alexander Fleming Hall. The people were amazing, and the location was great with lots of pubs around it. Safe. |
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Food was expensive. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
London is a great place to have fun. You are never bored and there's always something to do. The people are very welcoming and there are many tourists there to begin with, so all your need are met. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I never got sick, so I don't know about the health issues. I don't know anyone who got sick. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | A little more than 20 american dollars a day. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Its cheaper to cook in the dorm. Restaurants are expensive. Transportation is all through The Tube. It is expected (Even by your professors) that you have an Oyster Card to get in the tube at all times. That was one of my main expenses in London. Also, hairdryers & straightening irons do not convert well there, unless you buy an expensive converter. So buying knew ones are pricey. |
Language
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Don't waste one moment of the time you are there. Live like there's no tomorrow and do not wait until the last minute to do your work because you don't want to miss parties at the end of the program. |
